Power switch A five-year, ZAR9.35 million programme has been launched to boost the South African energy industry. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research’s (CSIR) Energy Industry Support programme will support SMMEs… Read more
Competitive edge Small businesses across East Africa now have access to an integrated platform where they can obtain important information, market products online, attract international buyers and expand their trade opportunities. Launched… Read more
Field work An e-learning platform has been launched to help vineyard workers in South Africa’s wine industry hone their skills. Launched by Vinpro and Winetech People Development, the platform is designed to… Read more
Quality minerals In Ethiopia, an agreement has been inked for the construction of a US$50 million geochemistry facility. According to the Ethiopian Monitor, the mineral assessment and research laboratory will improve the… Read more
Exploring possibilities The first phase of an expansion project at a tin mine in Namibia has been commissioned. The project is expected to increase annual production at AfriTin Mining’s Uis mine, located… Read more